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In the fast-paced environments of commercial buildings, educational institutions, and public spaces, wayfinding plays a crucial role in shaping user experience. Thoughtful wayfinding goes beyond aesthetics; it enables people to navigate unfamiliar spaces intuitively, ensuring their journey is seamless, safe, and stress-free. Yet, one crucial aspect that often goes unrecognised is the importance of testing wayfinding systems.  Read our latest blog, ‘Ensuring Seamless Journeys Through Thoughtful Design’, as we explore why comprehensive testing is essential to guarantee wayfinding solutions are as effective as they are beautiful. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/erZWw2FA     Old Royal Naval College | Beckfords Tower #CommunicationDesign #Wayfinding #PublicSpaces  

#TriviaThursday: What's the name of the semi-circle-shaped structure found at Marquis Station? ANSWER: This steel building is called a Quonset Hut - named after the Davisville Naval Construction Batallion Center at Quonset Point, where the structure's design was originally invented. Now, this durable and distinct design can be found in a variety of residential and commercial structures - like Marquis Station!

Ship design itself is not scary but the ocean environment certainly can be!

Force Design applies to navies and also to the space domain. It takes a long time to build ships and even longer when you let your domestic ship building capabilities dwindle over time. Is the space sector growing its production capacity so that such problems don't arise in our own sphere?

Got another new chapter out in the Springer Handbook for Military Science. These all are free to access and download online. This is the second design chapter explaining the evolution of military design over the last few decades inside the DoD and across the world in various military forces. The PDF link is here: https://lnkd.in/g3B5-Dry Please share this if you know others interested in this topic! #design #innovation #warstudies #leadership #creativity #complexity #technology #education #strategy #planning #designthinking #designeducation #strategicleadership #NATO #defense #army #marines #navy #airforce #spaceforce #socom

Ai Image used as reference only: Visit www.bobatoshipmodels.com to see our ship models collections.  The HMS Victory and the Mayflower stand as monumental testaments to our maritime history. These iconic vessels not only charted the paths of exploration and naval warfare but also anchored themselves as symbols of craftsmanship and ingenuity.    Every plank of the HMS Victory tells a story of battles fought and won, while its intricate rigging and majestic sails capture the essence of 18th-century naval architecture. The Mayflower, with its storied voyage carrying the Pilgrims to the New World, showcases the mastery of early 17th-century shipbuilding, from its robust hull to its meticulously detailed deck.    For enthusiasts and collectors, these models offer a window into the past, allowing you to appreciate the precision and artistry that went into their creation. Let the allure of these historically significant ships draw you in and inspire your own voyage through time.    Learn more about these remarkable models and bring a piece of history into your collection.    #womensailors #sailingvessel #woodenboat #porthole #lifeboat #sailship #tankership #sailorslife #shiplovers #atsea #sailing #oceanliner #passengership #drydock #shipyards #mooring #marineindustry #steamship #oldboat #tallship #nauticallife #tallships #oldship #bobatoshipmodels

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The fortress of Sant’Andrea - The Fortress of Sant'Andrea, in the Venetian lagoon, is a unique example of Renaissance military architecture and engineering. It played an important part in the fall of Venice in 1797. https://lnkd.in/djWHPswC

Happy Friendship Day to all my fellow Naval Architects! Remember the days when we could change line thickness with just a touch of the finger? One pencil was all it took to create bold or thin lines, simply by adjusting the pressure. It was an art, a skill we've honed over the years. Those were the days when our skills and intuition were our best tools. Today, the new generation has a plethora of software at their fingertips. While technology brings its advantages, I sometimes feel we’re losing the art of true visualization. The ease of clicking doesn’t always equate to the depth of thinking and designing necessary to depict accurate line weights and create compelling designs. Is it just me, or do you also feel that something vital is getting lost? Let’s reminisce together! What changes have you noticed in our industry? Do you also think there are aspects where the old ways were better? Share your thoughts and stories in the comments below. I’m eager to hear your experiences and insights! Cheers to our craft and the friendships that make it special!